Dow Jones hits record 50,000 points for first time: What to know
The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.
The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.
Mastering the dollar: These cities rank as the top budgeters in 2026, data suggests
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
From credit card debt to daily spending, residents in specific areas nationwide have implemented best practices when it comes to living on a budget, according to a new report.
Job market shows warning signs as AI fuels economic uncertainty
New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.
New labor data and market swings are raising concerns about the U.S. economy, with experts pointing to artificial intelligence, tariffs and shifting consumer confidence as potential warning signs.
Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Major firearms distributor serving thousands of retailers across multiple countries files for bankruptcy
A major distributor in the gun and outdoor sporting goods industry has filed for bankruptcy, the company announced.
A major distributor in the gun and outdoor sporting goods industry has filed for bankruptcy, the company announced.
Nike’s diversity initiatives under EEOC scrutiny for alleged discrimination against White workers
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.
Popular Logan Square bookstore to close, citing financial challenges
Open Books will close its Logan Square location after less than three years.
Open Books will close its Logan Square location after less than three years.
Dutch Bros Coffee may soon be coming to Chicago suburb
Your coffee runs may soon get sweeter with a drive-thru Dutch Bros coming to Chicago suburbs.
Your coffee runs may soon get sweeter with a drive-thru Dutch Bros coming to Chicago suburbs.
Cracker Barrel releases updated strict dining rules for employees. What we know
Cracker Barrel is introducing updated rules for what workers can eat during travel as the company aims to standardize its dining expectations.
Cracker Barrel is introducing updated rules for what workers can eat during travel as the company aims to standardize its dining expectations.
Disney’s next CEO: Who is Josh D’Amaro?
Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the Disney's Experiences division, will succeed Bob Iger as the company's next CEO.
Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the Disney's Experiences division, will succeed Bob Iger as the company's next CEO.
Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos about to get cheaper: Here's why
Some of your favorite snacks and chips may be getting cheaper, thanks to an incoming price cut from PepsiCo. Here are the details.
Some of your favorite snacks and chips may be getting cheaper, thanks to an incoming price cut from PepsiCo. Here are the details.
Josh D'Amaro named next Walt Disney Company CEO to succeed Bob Iger
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Costco's surprise Nike collaboration sends sneaker resale market into complete frenzy
Costco quietly dropped a new, exclusive Nike collaboration sneaker on Friday in a surprising move that sent both customers and the resale market into a frenzy.
Costco quietly dropped a new, exclusive Nike collaboration sneaker on Friday in a surprising move that sent both customers and the resale market into a frenzy.
Chicago Sky owner accused of ‘self-dealing’ to devalue other investors’ shares in lawsuit
The majority owner of the Chicago Sky, was accused in a lawsuit of "self-dealing" and unfairly shortchanging other team investors.
The majority owner of the Chicago Sky, was accused in a lawsuit of "self-dealing" and unfairly shortchanging other team investors.
Nearly 100-year-old Chicago candy company files for bankruptcy amid rising costs, heavy debt: report
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker has filed for bankruptcy as rising costs and heavy debt pressure its business.
Trader Joe's edges out Publix as America's favorite grocery store chain
A popular grocery store chain has edged out Publix as America's favorite. The two had been previously tied in the rankings.
A popular grocery store chain has edged out Publix as America's favorite. The two had been previously tied in the rankings.
McDonald’s doubles down on value: $5 meals, Snack Wrap revival fuel franchise rebound
After a year of sticker shock at the drive-thru, McDonald’s appears to be regaining favor with American consumers.
After a year of sticker shock at the drive-thru, McDonald’s appears to be regaining favor with American consumers.
Are new cars becoming a luxury item in America?
Americans are increasingly getting priced out of the new car market.
Americans are increasingly getting priced out of the new car market.
Chicago bar closes doors in protest supporting immigrant rights
Chicago bar Kumiko is closing for the night as part of a nationwide protest, with owner Julia Momose saying the decision is meant to speak out against ICE enforcement policies and in support of immigrant communities. Employees are still being paid for the day, and the bar plans to reopen Saturday.
Chicago bar Kumiko is closing for the night as part of a nationwide protest, with owner Julia Momose saying the decision is meant to speak out against ICE enforcement policies and in support of immigrant communities. Employees are still being paid for the day, and the bar plans to reopen Saturday.
Every state's median household income has increased since 1970 – except one
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.
Is your state better off than it was 50 years ago? U.S. incomes are up since 1970, but not everywhere. A new report shows which states gained the most.